Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager or Manager - Step into True Leadership

Engage Personnel · Melbourne CBD VIC · Full time
Posted 11d ago

Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager or Manager - Step into True Leadership

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~$90k - $120k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Join a growing accounting firm in a leadership role
  • Manage a portfolio of high-quality clients
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to firm-wide decisions

If you’re a Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager, or Manager looking for a step up into a more strategic, leadership-focused role with genuine influence - this an exciting opportunity to join a growing, high-performing firm where you’ll work closely with Directors, manage your own client portfolio, and play a key role in mentoring staff and contributing to broader business decisions.

The Firm
A well-established and growing accounting and advisory firm with 4 Directors and a team of around 20 staff, the firm services a premium client base including listed companies, well-known brands, and large groups with turnovers exceeding $100M across a wide range of industries.

They pride themselves on transparent communication, strong leadership, and creating an environment where staff are genuinely involved in the direction and success of the business.

The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant or emerging Manager who is ready to take ownership of a client portfolio while stepping into a leadership and mentoring capacity.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Managing a portfolio of high-quality clients across various industries
  • Reviewing financial statements and tax returns
  • Providing tax planning and advisory services
  • Mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members
  • Attending management meetings and contributing to firm-wide decisions
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships


About You

  • 6 + years’ experience in Australian public practice
  • CA/CPA qualified (or near completion)
  • Strong technical knowledge across tax and compliance
  • Experience managing or reviewing staff (or readiness to step into this)
  • Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills
  • Experience with cloud-based systems (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, etc.)

What’s on Offer

  • Clear pathway into leadership with real influence over firm operations
  • Direct exposure to Directors and involvement in management meetings
  • 1-day WFH per week
  • CA/CPA fees paid upfront
  • Strong focus on training, development, and technical growth
  • Modern systems including Xero (XPM & Blue), MYOB, QuickBooks, Reckon, and BGL
  • Annual conference away, quarterly functions, and regular social events
  • Transparent communication and regular firm performance updates
  • Flexible salary aligned with your experience and level

This opportunity is perfect for someone who wants to move beyond pure compliance and step into a role where they can lead, influence, and grow within a progressive and supportive firm.

If you’d like to learn more, please apply via the button below, or contact Alana Collins on (03) 9077 7491 or alana.collins@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential discussion.

Not quite the right fit? Feel free to get in touch anyway - we’re working on a range of opportunities that aren’t currently advertised.

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Skills

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Australian public practice experienceClient managementClient relationship managementCloud-based accounting systemsFinancial complianceFinancial statementsLeadershipLeadership and mentoringMentoringMyobQuickbooksTaxTax complianceTax planningXero

Licenses & certifications

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Ca/cpa qualification

Perks & benefits

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1-day wfh per weekAnnual conference awayCa/cpa fees paid upfrontQuarterly functions and regular social events

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